Definition
Organizations that support the passage and enforcement of laws and other social measures that protect domestic and wild animals from cruelty or neglect; and/or which seek to limit or prevent the use of animals for experimental purposes. Also included are organizations that oppose animal trapping, puppy mills, hunting, cockfighting, greyhound racing, the wearing of fur, the use of animals for entertainment and other similar practices.
URL Name
TD-1600-0500
Third Level Code
TD-1600
Taxonomy Code
TD-1600.0500
Parent Code
TD-1600
Family Code
T
Second Level Code
TD
Fourth Level Code
TD-1600-0500
Use References
Fashion Fur Opponents, Animal Advocacy Groups, Cockfighting Opponents, Fox Hunting Opponents, Humane Farming Groups, Puppy Mill Opponents, Wildlife Rights Groups, Animal Action Groups
Publication Status
Online